What are the differences between ListBox and ComboBox?

1. Display method: ListBox shows all options at once, while ComboBox only displays the currently selected item and requires clicking the drop-down arrow to see the other options.
2. Size adjustment: The size of the ListBox is fixed and cannot be adjusted, while the size of the ComboBox can automatically adjust based on the content.
3. Interaction method: ListBox allows users to select multiple options simultaneously, while ComboBox only allows for selecting one option.
4. Multiple selection feature: ComboBox usually allows the selection of only one option, while ListBox typically allows the selection of multiple options.
5. Visibility: All options in a ListBox can be seen at once, while only one option in a ComboBox is visible at a time.
6. ComboBox is typically used to provide a drop-down selection option, while ListBox is usually used to display multiple options for users to choose from.

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